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Cars just don't cut it. They limit your air. Your space. Everything is compacted into 4 tin walls. Even if you rent a convertible. No, the way to experience the lushness of Ireland's beautiful green landscape is definitely on horseback.

Imagine rushing across craggy rocks and mountains, high above wind-swept water. More and more people are deciding to engage in equestrian holidays. Ireland is a perfect place to fulfill that dream. And you don't have to have any past experience with horses to be able to enjoy yourself fully. Horsebacking across Ireland is open for everybody from the expert rider to "I've never even been near a horse".

These are the 4 primary locations for gearing up and taking a ride. Ideally, they cover 4 very different regions of Ireland's vast countryside, so depending on what you want to see, you have options.

1. Aille Cross Equestrian Centre: located in Connemara
OFFERS THE FOLLOWING:
Connemara Trail -Guided Trail Ride through the Highlands of Connemara
Coast Trail - Guided Trail Ride along the Connemara Coast
Guided Trail Ride - Aille Cross (Winter-
Programme)
Hunting
For Nonriders - Connemara Walking Trail

2. Killarney Riding Stables: located in Kerry
OFFERS THE FOLLOWING:
Daily Trail Rides in the Killarney National Park
Guided Trail Rides in the National Park
Killarney Reeks Trail - Guided Trail Ride through the Highlands of Kerry to the Ring of Kerry

3. Horse Holiday Farm: located in Sligo
OFFERS THE FOLLOWING:
Riding by the Sea (also for beginners)
Trail riding in Sligo - The Sligo Trail *
Trail riding in Donegal - The Donegal Trail*
* Adventure on horseback

4. Five Counties Holidays: located in Donegal
OFFERS THE FOLLOWING:
Horseback Riding Lessons for Adults
Horse Riding and English Language Tuition
English Language Tuition for Adults
Holiday programs for all the family

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